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What reduces swelling after cortisone?
ibuprofen
Can ibuprofen cause swelling in legs and feet?
yes, because ibuprofen retains water.
How many days should you take ibuprofen to reduce swelling in an ankle injury?
Ibuprofen is for pain or fever. It will not reduce the swelling much from an injury, as that is not an inflammatory process.
What is in Ibuprofen that causes the facial swelling?
I have now had 2 rather severe reactions to ibuprofen and for future reference want to have the name of the ingrediant that causes the facial swelling should I need to be admitted to a hospital.
Lip piercing ball is going into your lip because of swelling What do you do?
If the ball of your lip piercing is being pressed into your lip due to swelling, you can try reducing the swelling with ice, taking a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory like ibuprofen, and contacting your piercer to have a longer stud inserted.
Can Acetaminnophen help cramp pains?
sure - a little. It's a decent pain reliever, but it does nothing from swelling / inflammation that is likely the source of the pain. Ibuprofen helps with both the pain AND the swelling. But ibuprofen is not nice to stomachs. If you're not a regular ibuprofen taker, beware of stomach pain when you take it...
What is good for swelling?
Elevating the affected area, applying ice packs for 15-20 minutes every few hours, and taking over-the-counter anti-inflammatory medication like ibuprofen can help reduce swelling. If the swelling is severe or persistent, it's important to consult a healthcare professional for further evaluation and treatment.
How do you remove a Monroe piercing when its swelling?
Do not remove it when it is swollen. You can cause tiny tears in your skin, which can increase swelling even further, and cause infection. To relieve the swelling, take an Ibuprofen, and put a warm compress over the piercing. These two combined should bring down the swelling enough to where you can take the jewelry out. Good luck!
Eye lid swelling from use of ibuprofen?
It's an allergic reaction. I have the same thing.
What takes down swelling effectively?
Anti-inflammatory medications, such as ibuprofen or corticosteroids, can effectively reduce swelling. Elevating the affected area and applying ice can also help decrease swelling.
Does ice and ibuprofen really work for lip piercing swelling?
Yes, ice and ibuprofen can help reduce swelling after a lip piercing. Ice provides localized cooling, which can minimize inflammation and numb discomfort, while ibuprofen is an anti-inflammatory medication that helps alleviate pain and swelling. However, it's important to follow proper aftercare instructions and consult with a professional if swelling persists or worsens. Always ensure that the ice is not applied directly to the skin and use a cloth barrier to prevent frostbite.
How do you get the swelling to go down in a jammed finger?
Ice; possibly Ibuprofen, if it's not bleeding.
